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Attention: Chocolate is good for you

April 20, 2012

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chocolate shop

So I finally finished my last Easter egg (boo!). I had amassed a rather large collection over the Easter period which is why I’m only finishing my last one now. This is mostly down to every major supermarket having awesome deals that I couldn’t resist. Who can argue with 3 for the price of 1 [...]

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Feng Shui Part 3 – Colours

March 12, 2012

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choosing feng shui colour

There have been many studies on the power of colour on the human mind. We associate certain colours with emotions and feelings; red instantly signifies danger or stop etc. Feng Shui believes colours can affect the way you feel. This in turn can help or hinder your overall wellbeing. The same goes for the colour [...]

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Feng Shui Part 2 – The Sofa

February 17, 2012

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Feng Shui sofa

Perhaps the most common belief people have regarding Feng Shui is the position of furniture is all important in this ancient practice. Why? Furniture can have an effect on the flow of chi in a room.

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Feng Shui 101 Part 1

January 27, 2012

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Feng shui

Feng Shui is an ancient Chinese art based on traditions 5,000 years old. Feng Shui literally means ‘wind water’. Wind and water are two natural elements that make up nature. Wind is the breath of life while water is the liquid of life.

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Winter exercise tips

January 11, 2012

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running in the winter

We are well into winter and people are still out running. I salute you. As I look out from my warm car I still see a myriad of people determined to stay fit despite the less than pleasant conditions. With the rain lashing off their red faces I can only imagine the pain they’re going [...]

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Day 22: Christmas Advent Calendar

December 22, 2011

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Hello bargain fans! Ready for another festive treat from our Christmas advent calendar? Well this deal is the definition of value for money. If you dread the thought of having to spend the day in the kitchen preparing your Christmas dinner for the family, this could be the alternative you’ve been looking for. Take the [...]

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Vegetable recipes

December 16, 2011

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vegetable stall

I hate wasting food. I hate it even more when I’m the one who’s paid for it! While my mum and dad are off gallivanting in the slightly warmer climates of Hong Kong, I’m left to fend for myself. Since when did food cost so much?! I’m living like a student again and I’ve been [...]

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Day 14: Christmas Advent Calendar

December 14, 2011

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Skiing

Hello bargain fans! This is day 14 of our wonderful advent calendar. This deal is perfect for skiing enthusiasts out there – or anyone who feels the cold winter weather! Whether you’re wrapping up warm for the slopes, bracing yourself for the cold temperatures or waiting for the first snowball fight, take advantage of this [...]

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A Christmas gift for the person who has everything

December 9, 2011

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Beard Head Hat

Finding the right Christmas present for someone can be tricky; especially when they don’t know what they want. I’m sure everyone knows someone who says “oh, just anything will be fine, I don’t mind” or “it’s okay, I have everything I need”. Here are some suggestions of Christmas gift for the person who has everything. [...]

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Wrapping a Christmas present – How to be a wrap star

December 7, 2011

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Christmas presents

With Christmas around the corner, people up and down the country will be buzzing from shop to shop trying to find the right gifts. For me, this isn’t the hardest part – it’s the wrapping of the presents. Unlike a birthday present, I can’t just stick the thing into a gift bag and hand it [...]

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